11 cops suspended for links with drug peddlers in Bengaluru, face probe
BENGALURU: Eleven cops, including Chamarajpet police inspector attached to the West Division of Bengaluru City Police, were suspended for allegedly colluding with drug peddlers to sell narcotics under police protection. The officers are accused of working with the peddlers, who were selling narcotics in and around the West Division, and of receiving money in exchange for providing them protection. The peddlers were allegedly paying police officials a commission of around Rs 1.5 lakh to Rs 2 lakh in exchange for protection. It was also alleged that the police personnel used to attend parties with the peddlers. They will now face a departmental inquiry for their alleged involvement with the gang. The suspended officials include Chamarajpet Inspector T Manjanna, head constables Ramesh and Shivraj, and Constables Madhusudan, Prasanna, Shankar Belagali, and Anand; from JJ Nagar police station, Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Kumar, head constables Anand, constables Basavan Gowda and Mahesh Kumar. The suspension comes at a time when the state government has announced its aim to make Karnataka a drug-free state. A senior police officer said that the RR Nagar police arrested six peddlers on August 22 while they were selling tidal tablets to students and others. The police seized 1,000 tablets, which cannot be sold without a doctors prescription. During the investigation, it was found that the accused were in constant touch with police personnel attached to Chamarajpet and JJ Nagar stations. The officer said the matter was reported to Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Kengeri Gate Sub-Division, Bharath Reddy, who then submitted a report to Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) West, S Girish. The case was later handed over to ACP Chandan of Vijayanagar Sub-Division for a detailed probe.
Karnataka HC asks colleges to pay Rs 3cr to Army fund to allow students to complete BAMS course
BENGALURU: The Karnataka High Court has permitted students in a batch of petitions who are found to be eligible to complete their studies of the Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) Course, subject to the deposit of Rs 3 crore by the colleges they are studying in favour of the Armed Forces Battle Casualties Welfare Fund. A division bench of Justice DK Singh and Justice Venkatesh Naik T passed the order while disposing of the four petitions regarding the issue of admissions. The court penalised the colleges for admitting students over and above the seats allotted by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA). Ayurvedic Medical College and Hospital, Shivamogga, admitted 20 students for the 1st year BAMS for the academic year 2022-23 and 27 students for the first year BAMS course for the academic year 2023-2024, without undergoing the process of counselling conducted by the KEA. Similarly, Achutha Ayurvedic Medical College, Bengaluru, filled up 39 seats on their own without the process of counselling and allotment made by the KEA. The court said that as a one-time measure, the students who are found to be eligible to take admissions should be permitted to complete their studies of the BAMS course. TMAE Society Ayurvedic Medical College and Hospital, Shivamogga, was ordered to pay Rs 75 lakh each for the admission of 20 students in the 2022-23 batch of the 1-year BAMS course and 27 students in the 1-year BAMS course of 2023-24. Ramakrishna Medical Hospital and Research Centre, Yelahanka, Bengaluru, faced a Rs 75 lakh penalty for admitting 31 students independently during the 2022-23 academic year. Achutha Ayurvedic Medical College, Bengaluru, was also fined Rs 75 lakh for admitting 39 students in the same period for 1-year BAMS course. This amount should be deposited by the petitioner-colleges in favour of the Armed Forces Battle Casualties Welfare Fund, the court added. The court further said that the admissions of the eligible students would be subject to the said deposit made by the petitioner-colleges, and the proof of deposit should be submitted by the respective colleges before all three authorities-- National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM), KEA and Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Health Sciences (RGUHS), including the registry of the court. The court stated that the petitioner-colleges will furnish an undertaking on affidavit that in future, they will take only those students who will be sent through counselling to the colleges by the KEA, and they will not admit any other student who is not sent by the KEA through counselling, except the foreign students. To save the interest of the students admitted by the petitioner-- colleges over and above the allotment made by the KEA, the court directed the petitioner colleges to furnish the details of all the students admitted before the KEA for verification about the eligibility of the students admitted by them. The KEA will examine the credentials of each student to find out whether such a student is eligible for admission or not.
Calligraphy and a message deep within
VIJAYAPURA: When veteran artist Dr Subbayya Neela was invited to join a campaign to spread communal harmony through the ancient but fading art of Islamic calligraphy, he could not hide his delight. For him, the idea was not merely about preserving an art form, but about exploring the potential of art to transcend barriers of faith and culture. I have always believed that art knows no religion or boundaries. Art has the power to touch the hearts of people across communities. That is why, when I was approached to contribute to this unique initiative, I immediately agreed. I prepared a few pieces of Arabic calligraphy that were later exhibited in different places as part of the campaign, recalled Dr Neela. Among his works was a calligraphic representation of the Arabic phrase Allahu Akbar, which means God is Great. I was given the liberty to interpret the phrase through my own artistic imagination, while maintaining the sanctity of the verse. It was both a responsibility and a joy, he said. Dr Neela is among 40 artists from across Karnataka, both Hindus and Muslims, who have joined this movement that began in Kalaburagi in 2020. The campaign was conceived not only to preserve Islamic calligraphy, which has been steadily losing ground, but also to foster unity at a time when society is fractured along communal lines. The group of artists who joined the campaign The Initiative It was the brainchild of noted artist Mohammed Ayazuddin Patel, a veteran painter from Kalaburagi and recipient of the Lalit Kala Akademi Award. When hatred and intolerance seemed to be gaining ground in society, we felt the need to bring people together. We thought of reviving Arabic and Islamic calligraphy because it embodies both artistic beauty and deep spiritual messages. At the same time, it offered us a platform to involve artists of all faiths to work together for harmony, he explained. Ayazuddin was soon joined by another respected artist, Rehman Patel, and together they expanded the circle of participants. What started with around 15 artists, junior and senior, has now grown into a diverse collective of 40, half of whom are Hindus. These artists work closely with their Muslim counterparts to ensure accuracy in Arabic writing, while retaining artistic freedom. The campaign, in many ways, draws inspiration from the history of the Deccan itself. Rehman Patel points out that after the decline of the Chalukyan dynasty, many local artisans and craftsmen found themselves unemployed. With the arrival of Muslim rulers in the region, particularly in erstwhile Bijapur and Gulbarga, these artisans were drawn into projects that fused Persian and Turkish influences with local Indian traditions. The architecture of that time was a collaboration. While designs came from foreign artists, the actual construction was executed by local Hindu craftsmen. The result was Indo-Persian art, a blend of Indian and Islamic architecture that still stands testament to cultural harmony, he said. Arabic and Islamic calligraphy flourished during this period, adorning monuments and manuscripts, but over the centuries, as tastes and practices changed, the art form began to fade. Our campaign is an attempt to not only revive this vanishing tradition but also to remind people of the harmony that once defined this land, he added. Preserving sacredness A key aspect is the selection of verses from the Quran. The organizers have been deliberate in choosing verses that emphasize unity, peace and brotherhood, values that are not confined to one faith but resonate universally. The artists are given complete freedom to use their imagination while ensuring that calligraphy remains the focal point. We guide them on the technicalities of Arabic script, but artistic interpretation is entirely theirs, explained Ayazuddin. This way, we safeguard the sacredness of the verses while allowing creativity to flourish. For many Hindu artists like Basavaraj Totad and Rajani Talwar who are involved in it, it has been a learning experience. Working with Arabic characters is not easy, and ensuring accuracy requires constant collaboration. Yet, this very collaboration has built bonds of trust and friendship. It is heartening to see artists from different backgrounds sit together, discuss and create something so meaningful, said Ashok Hiremath, an artist from Bidar. To showcase their work and reach a wider audience, the collective has organized exhibitions, usually coinciding with Id-Milad, the birth anniversary of Prophet Mohammed. So far, five exhibitions have been held, each drawing large crowds from different faiths. The response has been overwhelming, Ayazuddin said. We have seen people from all communities attend and appreciate the art. Many told us that such initiatives give them hope that religious harmony is still alive in our society, and voices of hate and division are not as strong as they seem. The exhibitions are not limited to calligraphy, but also feature paintings and photographs of ancient monuments from the Deccan region, tying the campaign to the cultural and architectural heritage of Karnataka. This serves two purposes. It connects people with their shared history, and encourages them to protect and preserve monuments that are our national heritage, said Rehman Patel. Messages beyond borders For the participating artists, the project is as much about personal conviction as it is about art. Dr Neela believes the messages of peace from saints and prophets have universal appeal. Prophet Mohammed spread the message of peace, which can be accepted by anyone, anywhere in the world, he said. If art can be used as a language of unity, it should not remain confined to one place. Art has always been a reflection of society. If society is fractured, art can heal and unite. That is what we are trying to do through this campaign, Ayazuddin said.
Kerala tops inflation list again; BJP blames it on LDFs failed policies
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Kerala has emerged as the state with the highest inflation in India for the eighth consecutive month, sparking sharp criticism from the BJP state leadership. BJP state president Rajeev Chandrasekhar blamed the mismanagement of the Pinarayi Vijayan-led Left government for the states worsening economic situation. In a statement issued on Saturday, Rajeev Chandrasekhar pointed to the latest data from the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, which showed Keralas inflation rate in August at a staggering 9.4 percent, while the national average dropped to 2.07%. This sharp contrast is clear evidence of the state governments incompetence, Chandrasekhar said, adding that while the Central government has successfully kept inflation below the 4 percent target set by the Reserve Bank of India, the states inflation continues to spiral uncontrollably. He further noted that Congress-ruled Karnataka followed Kerala with high inflation, while BJP-ruled states such as Uttar Pradesh (0.26%), Rajasthan (0.99%), Madhya Pradesh (1.24%), and Gujarat (1.24%) showed significantly lower rates. Chandrasekhar accused the state government of adopting policies that debilitate the states economy, in stark contrast to the Central governments efforts to strengthen the nations financial health. While the Modi government is driving India toward economic progress, the state government is engaged in actions that only worsen the situation for its people, he said. According to the BJP leader, the real impact of the states inflation is hidden in the form of additional tax burdens imposed by the state government. He pointed out that over 175 items across the country have seen price reductions thanks to GST reforms, but such benefits have not reached the people of the state, who are instead grappling with steep price hikes. Rajeev Chandrasekhar also criticised the states much-publicised education and healthcare models, describing them as collapsing under mismanagement. Kerala continues to top the charts in inflation, unemployment, and economic crisis, while the chief minister remains silent and takes no steps to stabilise the market or control rising prices, he added. Blaming decades of governance by both the Left and Right fronts, Chandrasekhar argued that these regimes turned Kerala into a consumer-driven state, dependent on constant borrowing and daily expenses, rather than promoting productive growth. Only by removing both the Left and the Congress-led governments from power can Kerala see real change and emerge from this ongoing economic plight, he said.
Varkala in Unescos tentative heritage list
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Varkala is set for global renown, with its unique natural heritage site making it to the Tentative List of Unescos World Heritage Sites. Famous for its red laterite cliffs overlooking the Arabian Sea, Varkala is the only site from Kerala to feature among the seven new Indian entries under the Natural Heritage category. The announcement was made by the Permanent Delegation of India to Unesco in Paris, marking a major milestone for Kerala. If approved, Varkala will join the ranks of Unesco World Heritage sites. Natural heritage sites from across the country such as the Deccan Traps in Maharashtra, St Marys Island in Karnataka, and the Meghalayan Age Caves are some of the latest additions to the tentative list. The Geological Survey of India (GSI) began groundwork for the recognition in 2012, and Varkala was declared a geo-heritage site in 2014. The site has now been included in the Natural Heritage category, which emphasises its geographic and geological significance, said V Ambili, Deputy Director General of GSI Kerala unit. Unesco team will visit site for evaluation process Preservation and conservation will be of utmost importance as unchecked development could jeopardise its future, said Ambili. The GSI had hoped that Varkala would be considered in the mixed category the Natural and Cultural Heritage category. This is a remarkable achievement. But the chances to get the status would have been high if it was included in the mixed category, said Ambili. Ambili noted that the state government and Varkala municipality have a crucial role to play in securing the Unesco tag for Varkala. Meanwhile, the GSI is set to launch another study of the Varkala cliffs next month to develop methodologies and recommendations for protecting the fast-eroding cliff. The announcement was made by the Permanent Delegation of India to Unesco in Paris, marking a major milestone for Kerala. This is going to be a huge challenge for the government. The GSI will extend all possible support to the conservation and preservation initiatives. We will suggest conservation methodologies and the state government will have to implement them, Ambili said. Getting the Unesco World Heritage Tag is going to be a huge process. A Unesco team will also visit the site as part of the evaluation process. With six other Indian sites competing for recognition, the race for World Heritage status is expected to be intense, said Ambili. With the addition of seven more sites, India now has 69 properties on Unescos tentative list 49 under cultural, three under mixed, and 17 under natural categories. Seven in Unesco list Seven properties from India in the tentative list under the Natural Heritage category Deccan Traps at Panchgani and Mahabaleshwar (Maharashtra) Geological Heritage of St Marys Island Cluster (Udupi, Karnataka) Meghalayan Age Caves (East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya) Naga Hill Ophiolite (Kiphire, Nagaland) Natural Heritage of Erra Matti Dibbalu (Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh) Natural Heritage of Tirumala Hills (Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh). Natural heritage of Varkala (Kerala)
Rasam or coloured water? Indira Canteens face heat in Bengaluru
Internal quota: Equitable move or political math? - Deccan Herald
Internal quota: Equitable move or political math? Deccan Herald
Pay 2,000: Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Company Limited gets tough on public garbage offenders
A battle within the margins: Karnataka's reservation dispute - Deccan Herald
A battle within the margins: Karnataka's reservation dispute Deccan Herald
HDMC rolls out cleanliness drive across twin cities
Bengaluru gets its first taste of pomegranate farm tourism
Grand procession marks Ganesha idol immersion in chitradurga
Sandur smugglers take Pushpa route to ship out sandalwood
New helpline to help rescue stranded marine animals - Deccan Herald
New helpline to help rescue stranded marine animals Deccan Herald
Karnataka records 17 lakh skin, 18 lakh dental cases among schoolkids in 3 years
Heavy rain and pest attack threaten harvest in Belagavi
21% of Metro stations in Bengaluru dont have parking bays
Protectors or partners? 11 Bengaluru cops suspended for aiding drug peddlers
Children pen poem on broken roads in Bengalurus Judicial Layout, send it to Prime Ministers Office
Karnataka's tribal welfare dept plans biometric verification for distribution of nutrition kits Deccan Herald
Rains water hopes for water table, but deeper issues persist in Karnataka - Deccan Herald
Rains water hopes for water table, but deeper issues persist in Karnataka Deccan Herald
Karnataka LoP Chalavadi accuses Congress govt of insulting Dalits, favouring minorities Deccan Herald
Karnataka cinema price cap: 200 max on tickets, but your popcorn may cost more
No power on Sept 14 in parts of Bengaluru
Commissioner orders officials to fast track Panathur-Balagere road widening work in Bengaluru
Experts urge Bengaluru students to explore Indian education system as first choice
Detailed project report for Bengaluru-Hyderabad high-speed rail by March 2026
Explore educational options at Schooling Steps Expo in Bengaluru
Truck rams into auto, kills driver & daughter in serial accident in Bengaluru
Realtor booked for encroaching Rayasandra Lake
Businessman, elderly woman lose 1.3 cr. to investment fraud in the name of leading company
Police inspector and his junior staff in the dock for harassing man to sell his site
4 arrested over sale of newborn baby at Hosapete hospital
Push for Bharat Ratna for Kuvempu puts focus on his value system
The Congress governments recent move to recommend to the Union government to confer the Bharat Ratna posthumously on Kuvempu, a towering personality of Kannada literature, puts the focus not just on his works but also his emphasis on rationality and human values
Karnataka Ratna for Vishnuvardhan, Saroja Devi: A delayed honour
Fans upset over delayed Karnataka Ratna for Vishnuvardhan and B Saroja Devi, questioning governments recognition of film industry legends
One-minute halt for passenger ease
Activists slam govt over lack of regional balance in planning body appointments
Attempts to establish Lingayat religion dividing society: Shirahatti Mutt seer
Man dies while unloading mini tractors at Krishi Mela venue
Kalaburagi DC visits flood-hit villages
Sansad Khel Mahotsav to promote sports and identify young talents
Caste categorisation of Christians not aimed at encouraging conversions: Karnataka chief minister
Woman Charged For Killing 5-Year-Old Daughter In Karnataka
A woman, along with her extramarital partner, has been charged for allegedly torturing and killing her 5-year-old daughter by dumping her alive in the Tungabhadra river in Ranebennur taluk, a police official said on Saturday.
Karnataka court issues notice to complainant for turning hostile in bribery case
Democracy Day event in Karnataka to focus on voter awareness
Sourav Ganguly, Harbhajan Listed In Draft Electoral Rolls For Upcoming BCCI Elections
The Draft Electoral Roll: Former President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and ex-India captain Sourav Ganguly, along with former India spinner Harbhajan Singh, have been included in the Draft Electrol Roll ahead of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the national federation at which the new governing body will be elected. Ganguly has been named as a representative for the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB), which he has represented earlier, and has held the post of BCCI President. What has surprised many is finding Harbhajan Singh as a representative of the Punjab Cricket Association. Harbhajan is a Rajya Sabha Member from Punjab. Another important aspect of the Draft Electoral Rolls is that besides Bengal and Punjab, Saurashtra (Jaydev Niranjan Shah), Jammu & Kashmir (Mithun Manhas), and Karnataka (Raghuram Bhatt) have nominated former players as their representatives for the AGM, which will be held at the BCCI Headquarters in Mumbai on September 28. The Draft Electoral Roll lists the names of the representatives received from the Full Members of the BCCI through communication sent by them. The names have been listed after checking the completeness of the records as specified in paragraph 3 of the Electoral Officers Notice of Election Schedule and Call for Eligible Members to apply to nominate their prospective Representative dated 06th September, 2025, informed A.K. Joti, Electoral Officer, BCCI General Elections - 2025, in a notice on Saturday. The duo has been listed in the Draft Electoral Rolls along with the current IPL Chairman and BCCI secretary, treasurer, and joint secretary. This also makes Sourav Ganguly and Harbhajan Singh eligible to be nominated or contest for any posts in the BCCI elections 2025. There are reports that the name of a former Indian cricketer is being considered for the post of President, for which reports have claimed that Sachin Tendulkar's name has been proposed. The Little Maestro has denied the reports. Finding their names in the Draft Electoral Roll is the first step for Ganguly and Harbhajan to get elected as office-bearers of the BCCI. There are reports that the name of a former Indian cricketer is being considered for the post of President, for which reports have claimed that Sachin Tendulkar's name has been proposed. The Little Maestro has denied the reports. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score The notice lists representatives from all 34 affiliated Full Members of BCCI who are eligible to contest and vote in the upcoming elections. Article Source: IANS
Bengaluru: Girder work for Blue Line depot entry at Benniganahalli begins following SWR clearance
Commonwealth conference seeks end to Housedisruptions, calls for stronger research support
Graduation Day of GSSS IETW held in Mysuru
BJP, JD(S) leaders visit hospital, meet families of Hassan accident victims
Gandhi Shilpa Bazaar fair inaugurated at Urban Haat in Mysuru
Members of AIDSO, AIDYO pay tribute to Banavara Ramaswamy in Mysuru
50% waiver for traffic penalties: 29.97 cr. collected in Mysuru
Karnataka: Mandya ZP CEO demonstrates mechanised paddy transplantation method
Union Minister JP Nadda fires fresh salvo at Rahul Gandhi over his vote chori allegations
PATNA: Bharatiya Janata Party president and union minister JP Nadda on Saturday fired a fresh salvo at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his vote chori allegations. He also accused Congress, and its ally, the RJD, of being an irresponsible Opposition. Rahul, during his 'Voter Adhikar Yatra' had repeatedly alleged that there was an attempt of vote theft in Bihar through the Special Intensive Revision of the electoral rolls. Addressing an event in Patna, Nadda said it was not the first time the revision of electoral rolls had been carried out, it was done in the past too. He said that the Election Commission had asked Rahul to submit an affidavit over his allegations of voter roll manipulations in a Karnataka assembly constituency, but he did not comply with the ECs directive. BJP national chief said that he did not prove his allegations about the EVMs even when the poll body directed him to do so. On February 3, Rahul claimed that 70 lakh voters were added before the assembly election in Maharashtra. He revised his number to 29 lakh on February 7 and again revised his number to one crore on July 9. Where does Rahul Gandhi get these figures? What is his math? he asked. Sharpening his attack on Rahul and the Opposition, BJP president said, A bad workman always blames his tools. When the public doesnt bless them in elections, the entire Opposition, including Congress, starts blaming the Election Commission of vote theft. Abuses were hurled at the late mother of Modi, by someone who was understood to have been instigated by Congress and its allies. Now, the latest video of the Congress confirms that they have a filthy mindset, he stated. Direction for regular SIR encroaches on ECs exclusive jurisdiction: Poll Panel tells SC Targeting RJD, Nadda said that R stood for Rangdaari, J for Jungle Raj and D for Dadagiri, adding that Bihar was now progressing under the leadership of PM Modi and chief minister Nitish Kumar. People will teach the Opposition a lesson in the upcoming election, he asserted. Nadda exuded confidence that NDA would return to power after the assembly elections. People have seen the development works being carried out in Bihar during the NDA regime. The state will progress under the leadership of PM Modi and CM Nitish, he told the gathering. Meanwhile, Nadda held the BJPs core committee meeting at the State Guest House and reviewed preparations for the upcoming election. In the meeting, there was extensive and detailed discussion on important organisational matters, upcoming action plans, and various organisational issues, said state BJP president Dilip Jaiswal. The meeting was attended by BJP national general secretary (organisation) B L Santosh, state BJP president Jaiswal, deputy chief ministers Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha, and other members of the core committee.
Mention your religion as Lingayat, seer tells community members
Hassan tragedy: Toll climbs to 10; case booked against driver for negligence
A goods vehicle ploughed into a crowd of people who were part of a Ganesha procession
Swaraj Utsav in Karnatakas Pandavapura showcases road to rural self-reliance
Karnataka govt promotes 2 IPS officers of 1995 batch to DGP rank
Karnataka government elevated two IPS officers from the 1995 batch to the Director General of Police rank. Umesh Kumar, ADGP of KSRP, is now DGP (recruitment). Arun Chakravarthy J, ADGP of the Police Housing Corporation, also gets promoted. However, some senior officers, including ex-Bengaluru police commissioners, were not considered.
Suicide prevention awareness programmeheld at VTU CPGS Kalaburagi
Karnataka Social Welfare Minister H.C. Mahadevappa inaugurates Dasara Film Festival 2025
Dasara Film Festival 2025 inaugurated
Deputy Chairman Harivansh expresses concern about growing disruption in Rajya Sabha
NEW DELHI: Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha Harivansh on Saturday, while addressing the plenary session of the 11th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association India region in Bengaluru, said that pre-determined disruptions by parties are the key reason behind indiscipline among members in the House. Back in 1955, the first Chairman of the Rajya Sabha had warned about the conduct of some members as professional agitators. One can only wonder what he would have felt seeing disruption being enacted as a planned parliamentary strategy. Without addressing the issue of party-sponsored disruptions, it is difficult to address the behaviour of errant members, he remarked. Speaking further, the RS deputy chairman said, It is for each member to ask whether narrow political interests fall above national priorities. On the other hand, it is equally important for Party leaders to ask their members whether they truly feel comfortable disrupting every day of the session? He also questioned the lack of debate on several legislation despite broader consensus among parties. Giving the example of the legislation to ban on online money gaming, he said that the issue was highlighted by members across parties during Question Hour and Zero Hour. Even states had acted on the subject. Yet, when the government brought in the legislation to check the challenges arising out of online money gaming, members were busy disrupting the House, he said. In this regard, he further added that the central goal of country's legislative institutions must be to provide predictability to our citizens and businesses in times of uncertainty. And the country looks to us to plan for these. Therefore, we must not take the credibility of our legislative institution for granted, he said. He also called for a discussion in every legislature on the roadmap for a developed India by 2047. The citizens of this country elect their representatives. It is the collective job of every legislator, be it in the Assembly or in the government, to have a broad vision for the future. Every state is in a different part of its developmental journey. Therefore, we need regular discussion in every legislature on creating a path for a developed India by 2047, he said. The three-day CPA conference concluded on Saturday, with participants including the presiding officers across various states. Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot of Karnataka and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla also attended the conference.
No decision yet on Rahul Jarkiholis candidature, says Satish Jarkiholi
CITU district conference criticises Centres pro-corporate policies
Four day Krishi Mela begins in Dharwad, large crowd from day 1
Only education helps build independent, responsible individuals, says Karnataka CM
Ex-Devadasis urge an effective resurvey on their social and financial condition
Samaj opposes Lingayat Hadapad community entering as Savita community in the survey
Judge appeals to face challenges and problems confidently instead ending life
National Lok Adalat settles disputes in Ballari and Vijayanagara districts
Hassan accident: Gowda urges Chief Minister to enhance compensation
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Alleging that some in the Congress government in the State were involved in conspiracy behind the Dharmasthala episode Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has sought to know why none except the masked man had been arrested in the case
Samsadara Kreeda Mahotsava to be held in three phases; Jerseys released, teaser launched
CII Mysuru to host tech conclave on October 7
19 years on the run, Gujarat police arrest disguised fugitive in Karnataka
AHMEDABAD: After 19 years on the run, Gujarats Surat City police have finally nabbed Naresh Kesrimalji Rawal, the prime accused in a brutal 2007 robbery and murder case. Rawal, who had been living under a fake identity in Karnatakas Udupi district, was arrested by the Special Operations Group (SOG) in a dramatic undercover operation. Surat city DCP Rajdeep Singh Nakum said, The SOG team arrested a wanted accused carrying a reward of Rs 45,000. Back in 2007, when he was working as a driver, he and his accomplices killed and robbed a security guard. Our team tracked him down to Udupi, Karnataka, where he was finally arrested. Surats most wanted fugitive, Naresh Kesrimalji Rawal, has finally been captured after evading the law for 19 long years. Rawal, the prime accused in a 2007 robbery and murder case, was arrested by the Surat Special Operations Group (SOG) in Udupi, Karnataka, where he had been hiding under a false identity. The dramatic case traces back to Umra, Surat, where Rawal, then employed as a driver for a family whose sons lived abroad, plotted a deadly robbery. Exploiting his access to the house, Rawal brought in his accomplice Ravi Pandey and tipped off partners-in-crime Vijay Gupta and Santosh Gupta. On the fateful day, Rawal and his gang held the elderly couple hostage and murdered the watchman who tried to resist them. They escaped with gold ornaments and foreign currency worth over 2 lakh, leaving behind terror and bloodshed. Police acted swiftly and arrested Vijay and Santosh Gupta, but Rawal and Pandey vanished without a trace. Rawal, the mastermind, hopped across cities Mumbai, Chennai, Belgaum, Uttara Kannada frequently changing his name and identity to dodge law enforcement. With a Rs 45,000 reward announced for his capture, the trail ran cold until a recent intelligence tip-off revealed that he was living in Udupi. Acting on this lead, SOG officers disguised themselves as South Indian traders, infiltrated the locality, and confirmed his identity. Rawal had assumed the name Nirmal Kesrimalji Korawar, working as a marble labourer and driver while marrying a local woman from the Korawar community to blend in further. After days of surveillance, SOG finally pounced and arrested Rawal, bringing a two-decade-old manhunt to a dramatic close. Police also revealed that Rawal had two earlier housebreaking cases registered at Surat citys Umra police station in 2005, highlighting his deep-rooted criminal history. His associate Ravi Pandey, however, remains at large, keeping the investigation active.
'Compensation Doesn't Equate Value Of Lives Lost': Siddaramaiah On Hassan Accident
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday said the government gives a compensation of Rs 5 lakh to the family of each victim in the Hassan accident to express condolence, not in a bid to equate the value of human life with the compensation.
Accident during Ganesha procession: Among the dead, three are BE students at Mosale Hosahalli
The students joined the procession after having dinner at the hostel. They would have completed their BE degree in a couple of months. As many as 11 students suffered injuries in the incident.
Karnataka: Eight dead As Truck Ploughs Into Ganesha Procession
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has announced a compensation of Rs 5 lakh to the families of those who lost their lives in this tragedy.
Mangaluru court sentences 51 year-old man to death for murder, rape of minor girl
While Madara was sentenced to death for the offence of murder, life imprisonment was awarded for the offence of penetrative sexual assault. Both the sentences should run concurrently, the court said
Tollywood Welcomes Karnataka's Decision to Lower Ticket Prices
The order applies to all theatres, including multiplexes, and for films in all languages, effective from the date of gazette publication.
KSEAB releases SSLC mid-term exam 2025-26 timetable; exams begin 12 September
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Green Girl interview: Sarthak Hegde and team on their interfaith romance drama
The makers of Green Girl, director Sarthak Hegde and actors Mayur Gowda and Suchaitha Haritas, talk to The Hindu about their inter-faith relationship drama.
Chandra Mouli Nagamallaiah, a motel manager originally from Andhra Pradesh and a Bengaluru resident, was tragically beheaded in Dallas following an argument with a co-worker. The incident occurred at the motel where he worked, in front of his wife and son.
BENGALURU: Despite the Fare Fixation Committees recommendation to hike the Metro fare by 51.5%, Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (BMRCL) increased the fares by a steep 71%. This disclosure follows BMRCL finally making the committee report public after nearly seven months of withholding it. The report was released after sustained pressure from commuters, elected representatives and RTI applicants. The fare hike, imposed in February, raised ticket prices by as much as 71% and triggered widespread criticism. BMRCL had insisted that the revision was in line with FFC recommendations, but the report itself was kept out of public view until now. The panel had proposed a 51.5% fare increase spread over 7.5 years, amounting to an annualised rise of about 6.87%. It recommended a transparent, formula-driven mechanism that would automatically revise fares annually based on staff costs (linked to the Consumer Price Index), energy charges and maintenance expenses, capped at 5% each year. In contrast, BMRCL had initially sought a 105% hike, which the FFC rejected as unreasonable. The corporation ultimately went ahead with a 71% increase, far steeper than the committees gradualist approach. The report also urged a restructuring of the fare system. Instead of 29 slabs, it suggested a simplified model with 10 rounded slabs in multiples of Rs 10. Under this, the minimum fare would remain Rs 10 (for up to 2 km), while the maximum would be capped at Rs 90 for trips of 25 km or more. Bengaluru South MP Tejasvi Surya, who has been protesting against the fare hike and also took the matter to the Karnataka High Court, said, A day before the high court was set to hear my petition and seven months after the steep fare hike, BMRCL has published the FFC report on its website. In its objections before the high court, BMRCL had categorically stated that it received approval from the state government on July 16 to release the report. Yet, it took them almost two months to upload it. Meanwhile, Bengaluru Central MP PC Mohan said BMRCL should either roll back the fare hike or adhere to the recommendations made by the committee and keep it at 51.5%. Unfair affair The Fare Fixation Committee had urged a restructuring of the fare system Instead of 29 slabs, it suggested a simplified model with 10 rounded slabs in multiples of Rs 10 Under this, the minimum fare would remain Rs 10 (for up to 2 km), while the maximum would be capped at Rs 90 for trips of 25 km or more BMRCL had initially sought a 105% hike which the Fare Fixation Committee it as unreasonable
LetMeGoo takes challenge of careless parking head-on
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Blocked by a vehicle at parking? The app LetMeGoo offers a way out. Developed by Richinnovations Technologies, a Technopark-based startup, the app is designed to alert owners whose vehicles are obstructing others in parking lots. It is now live with around 512 registered users most of them in Thiruvananthapuram. The concept behind LetMeGoo dates back to 2015, when Technopark employees would share photos in WhatsApp groups to identify vehicles that needed to be moved. LetMeGoo allows users to send alerts to vehicle owners through the app when they find a vehicle blocking their way. The alert includes a photo, location, and a pre-written message. Owners get notified through in-app alerts, calls, or SMSs. An official launch was initially planned in 2018 but was delayed by the flood, and later, the Covid pandemic. After a soft launch last year inside Technopark, the app is now being expanded for wider use across the state. LetMeGoo offers flexible account creation, from fully anonymous profiles to registered ones with names or limited details. Richin R Chandran, CEO of Richinnovations, said, Our fair usage policy and privacy-first design make the app safe to use. App has strong potential to evolve, says KSUM CEO To prevent misuse, the app limits alerts to preset messages. Users cant type in custom text. It also mandates use of a photograph for verification. Any misuse, including sharing of inappropriate images, can be reported, which are reviewed through a backend dashboard and accounts found in violation are permanently deleted. One of the features in progress is a tie-in with the MVD. While not officially endorsed yet, the company has proposed a system where the MVD could operate a dashboard to alert owners of vehicles not registered on the app. An MVD official said the proposal will be evaluated and submitted to higher authorities. Obstructive parking is a genuine issue. Since we do not have a 24x7 control room, managing such situations becomes difficult. The concept behind the app is positive. Importantly, it doesnt require sharing personal data with the company. In cases where the vehicle is unregistered on the app, users can alert us, and we can notify the owner, said the official. The app may soon expand into a broader mobility platform. Planned features include listings for EV charging stations, insurance services, and parking space spotting, etc. The app is totally free for users. But we will develop business-facing services on the backend, Richin said. The team has also received registrations from outside the state, including Karnataka. While the app is still at an early stage, it has received positive feedback from Transport Minister K B Ganesh Kumar and Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) CEO Anoop Ambika. Parking is a huge market with growing demand. This app has strong potential to evolve. Starting with alerting vehicle owners, it can scale up to help identify parking lots, enable valet services, and introduce a range of related features, Anoop told TNIE . However, wider public adoption and stronger institutional support will determine how far it goes in solving the states parking troubles. LetMeGoo is available on Android and iOS.
9 dead, 22 injured as truck ploughs into Ganpati procession in Karnataka's Hassan
A tragic incident occurred in Karnataka's Hassan district. A tanker lorry crashed into a Ganpati immersion procession in Mosale Hosalli village. Nine people died, including villagers and engineering students. Over twenty individuals sustained injuries and are receiving medical care. Chief Minister Siddaramiah announced compensation for the victims' families. Former Chief Minister Kumaraswamy expressed grief.
8 people killed, 22 injured after truck rams into Ganesh procession in Karnataka's Hassan
According to eyewitness accounts, the procession was moving along, with a large number of youths participating. It is being said that the truck hit the divider.
Karnataka Fixes Cinema Ticket Prices At Rs 200 In State
After thoroughly reviewing objections and suggestions, the Karnataka government finalised the rules.
